About the Role
Marksman Security is seeking Waterfront Security Patrol Officers in San Francisco, CA. We are a nationally recognized Top Workplace dedicated to building personalized security solutions and fostering career growth. Join our team and make a difference.
Responsibilities
- Conduct continuous foot patrols along historic pier district frontage, loading areas, walkways, and building exteriors.
- Maintain high visibility to deter trespassing, vandalism, and unauthorized access.
- Monitor waterfront edges, gates, and access points for safety and security concerns.
- Respond promptly to security incidents, disturbances, alarms, and emergency calls within the pier district.
- Provide initial assessment and support until SFPD, EMS, or Port of San Francisco personnel arrive.
- Document incidents clearly and accurately in daily activity reports.
- Observe and report activity around office entrances, service doors, loading docks, and restricted areas.
- Ensure exterior doors, gates, and lighting remain secure and operational.
- Monitor contractor activity, deliveries, and maintenance crews working on or around the pier.
- Provide professional assistance to tenants, employees, visitors, and waterfront pedestrians.
- Offer directions, escorts, and general support while enforcing property rules respectfully.
- Serve as a calm, approachable presence along the Embarcadero corridor.
- Identify and report hazards such as damaged railings, lighting outages, spills, or unsafe waterfront conditions.
- Observe weather-related risks (high winds, slippery surfaces, rising tides) and notify management as needed.
- Maintain clear radio communication with supervisors, dispatch, and fellow officers.
- Coordinate with Port of San Francisco security, building management, and local law enforcement when required.
- Follow all post orders, emergency procedures, and property-specific protocols.
- Provide security coverage for scheduled events, tenant functions, and increased foot-traffic periods along the waterfront.
- Assist with crowd awareness, perimeter monitoring, and safety oversight during activations.
Requirements
- At least 21 years of age or older.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have excellent customer service skills and a strong command presence.
- Mandatory California Guard Card, Training Certifications and CPR are required.
- Prior EMT experience is highly desirable.
- Military and/or law enforcement background is preferred.
- Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and procedures.
- Strong communication and report writing skills.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Ability to stand, walk, or patrol for extended periods.
- Comfortable using security systems, radios, and incident reporting tools.
- Excellent computer, grammar and punctuation skills a must.
- Conflict de-escalation and customer service skills.
- Must successfully pass pre-employment background check.
- Weekend and holiday availability is required.
- Applicants need to be flexible with their schedule and willing to work weekends, day, evenings, overnights and holidays, if needed.
Skills
- Customer service
- Strong command presence
- California Guard Card
- Training Certifications
- CPR
- EMT experience
- Military background
- Law enforcement background
- Adaptability
- Communication skills
- Report writing skills
- Professional appearance
- Professional demeanor
- Ability to stand, walk, or patrol for extended periods
- Security systems operation
- Radio communication
- Incident reporting tools
- Computer skills
- Grammar skills
- Punctuation skills
- Conflict de-escalation
Location
- San Francisco, CA
Work Type
- Full-time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Previous experience in security or customer service fields preferred.
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $27.50/ Per Hour
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Short term disability
- Critical care/Hospital Indemnity
- Complimentary life insurance
- Pet insurance
- Legal assistance/guidance
- Identity theft protection
- Paid on the job training
- Paid time off
- Bi-Weekly Pay
- 401K
- Career advancement opportunities
- Continuous learning opportunities through LMS
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Employee recognition events
- Employee performance incentives/rewards
- Professional growth and development opportunities
About the Company
- Marksman Security is built on serving our clients and building careers.
- We are trusted by some of the most well-known companies and properties in the country.
- Dedicated to building personalized security solutions that solve the needs of every customer we support.
- Named as a nationally recognized Top Workplace in 2024 and 2025 by USA Today.
- Our core values are: Unified, Transparent, Innovative, Committed and Accountable.
- We provide unparalleled service and support in all that we do.
Equal Opportunity
- EEO/M/F/D/V
